New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Clippers Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/1

The New Orleans Pelicans will play against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome. This game will take place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on the Gulf channel.

The Pelicans have a record of 18-42 and have won their last three games. They are ranked 14th in the Western Conference. The Clippers hold a 27-31 record and have lost their last three games. They are 10th in the Western Conference.

Pelicans vs Clippers Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs. Los Angeles Clippers
• Venue: Intuit Dome
• Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
• Betting Odds: Clippers -8.0 (-108), Pelicans +8.0 (-115)

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans are on a winning streak. They won their last three games against the Utah Jazz, Golden State Warriors, and Philadelphia 76ers. In these games, Zion Williamson and Saddiq Bey had strong performances, with Bey scoring 42 points in one game.

The Pelicans average 115 points per game this season. They rank high in field goal attempts but their field goal percentage is lower. They allow 120.3 points per game, which puts them among the lower-ranked teams in defense.

Injuries are affecting the Pelicans. Trey Murphy III and Dejounte Murray are both out. For the next game, Jeremiah Fears, Herbert Jones, Saddiq Bey, Zion Williamson, and Derik Queen are expected to start.

Los Angeles Clippers Team Preview

The Los Angeles Clippers have faced tough losses in their recent games. Against the Minnesota Timberwolves, they fell short with a score of 94-88. Derrick Jones Jr. stood out, scoring 18 points with a 63.6% field goal percentage.

In their game against the Orlando Magic, the Clippers lost by just 2 points, ending with a score of 111-109. Kawhi Leonard had an impressive performance, scoring 37 points and grabbing 8 rebounds. Despite the loss, their field goal percentage was a solid 48.2%.

The Clippers are currently facing some injury challenges. Bradley Beal is out for the season due to a hip fracture. John Collins is questionable with a head laceration, and Darius Garland is out with a toe injury.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take the Pelicans at +8.0. The Clippers have a solid defense, allowing only 112.2 points per game, but the Pelicans score 115.0 points per game. The Pelicans’ offense should keep the game close enough to cover the spread.

For the over/under pick, go with the under 225.5. The Clippers play at a slower pace with only 95.8 possessions per game. Their defense ranks ninth in points allowed, which suggests a lower-scoring game. The projected score is Clippers 116, Pelicans 108, totaling 224 points.